The Balloons Over Waikato Trust has apologised to thousands of attendees who were left frustrated by significant transport, traffic and safety issues at the annual Nightglow event.
Hamilton has opened the 1,300-seat BNZ Theatre on the Waikato riverfront, ending a decade-long wait for a major performing arts venue.
Hamilton council unanimously approved a $3 billion water transfer to a new regional body, promising household savings and infrastructure investment.
A free Hamilton panel will tackle gender equity, race relations and civic courage at Waikato University on March 31.
The University of Waikato has published its 2026 Banking, Finance and Technology paper list, including ethics, cybersecurity and impact investing.
Hamilton’s Chinese Lantern Festival will light up Garden Place on February 28, 2026. The free event runs 6pm to 9pm, with food stalls from 4pm.
Homegrown’s first Hamilton edition drew up to 25,000 people at Claudelands Oval. Organisers now say they are eyeing a larger event next year.